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2+ years previous oilfield and/or workover rig experience preferred. Work on floors or derricks on the rig as needed. May offer relocation package DOE.

You will perform advanced hydraulic fracturing operations and assist in various aspects of the job including pre-job preparation, mobilization, rig up, on site…

The Floorhand performs the duties of general manual labor on the rig and supports and assists other members of the drilling crew during all rig operations.

You will perform advanced hydraulic fracturing operations and assist in various aspects of the job including pre-job preparation, mobilization, rig up, on site…

Experience in offshore and onshore drilling operations, five of which should be at supervisory level with an oil company. Job Types: Full-time, Contract.

Performing rig up and down procedures, nipple up and down and care of the B.O.P. Ensuring safe and efficient rig operations to meet the company’s goals and…

The Crew Worker, under the direction of the Rig Operator, performs activities and operates hand and power tools to perform maintenance and repairs to oil or gas…

Assist in rig moves: help with rig-up / rig-down, nipple up and down blowout preventers, assist with general assembly and maintenance and help prepare new…

Previous experience as an Frac Equipment operator coiled tubing, rig, oilfield, oil & gas, Oil and gas, energy, energy services, driving tractor trailers, well…

Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary servicing. Prior experience in oil field, heavy industry or construction is beneficial.

*Exposure to equipment noises and rig/boat/facility vibrations *. *Sweep and wash decks using a broom, brushes, mops and hose to remove oil, dirt and debris*.

Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary servicing. Prior experience in oil field, heavy industry or construction is beneficial.

Must have reliable transportation to and from the rig. The job of the Floorhand is to safely and efficiently perform all manual labor tasks on the drilling…

Previous experience as an Frac operator, coiled tubing, rig, oilfield, oil & gas, Oil and gas, energy, energy services, driving tractor trailers, well services,…

Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary servicing. Prior experience in oil field, heavy industry or construction is beneficial.

Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary servicing. Prior experience in oil field, heavy industry or construction is beneficial.

Must have reliable transportation to and from the rig. Nabors Alaska Drilling operates in the State of Alaska with some of the most versatile oil and gas…

The Floorhand performs the duties of general manual labor on the rig and supports and assists other members of the drilling crew during all rig operations.

Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary servicing. Prior experience in oil field, heavy industry or construction is beneficial.

Previous experience as a carpenter, general laborer, roofer, landscaper, heavy equipment operator, construction, pipefitting, oil and gas, energy services,…

Assist in rig moves: help with rig-up / rig-down, nipple up and down blowout preventers, assist with general assembly and maintenance and help prepare new…

Assist in rig moves: help with rig-up / rig-down, nipple up and down blowout preventers, assist with general assembly and maintenance and help prepare new…

Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary servicing. Prior experience in oil field, heavy industry or construction is beneficial.

Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary servicing. Prior experience in oil field, heavy industry, or construction is beneficial.

Manages tools on the workover rig floor and assists in daily maintenance. May be responsible for working the floor or operating the rig when necessary.

24hr and daylight rotational work (14 days on, 7 off). $27-$39 DOE, Day rate for Pushers. $1 per year incentive retention pay. Oil & gas: 1 year (Preferred).

Now accepting applications for the following full-time positions: *. *Floor Hands - *minimum experience required 6 months. Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance.

Assist in rig moves: help with rig-up / rig-down, nipple up and down blowout preventers, assist with general assembly and maintenance and help prepare new…

Must have reliable transportation to and from the rig. Nabors also provides directional drilling services, performance tools, and innovative technologies for…

At- sea processors work aboard factory trawling vessels off the coast of Alaska and in the Bering Sea. North Star Fishing Company is hiring crew for as early as…

Are you looking to begin your career as a Floorhand, a Roughneck on an oil and gas drilling rig? Reliable means of transportation to and from rig site.

Oil and gas prices remain at rock-bottom, and the job impacts are growing. Bureau of Labor Statistics data report that employment in oil and gas extraction and support activities in the country has contracted by 18 percent over the past year alone.

Oil and gas extraction alone has lost 15,700 jobs nationally while support activities for the mining subsector, which also includes establishments providing support services for the extraction of oil and gas, has lost close to 100,000 jobs since January 2015.

Now a more telling indicator, the number of oil and natural gas drilling rigs in active use across the country, is foretelling much worse employment carnage in energy states.

Lower prices mean oil and gas producers have less capital to invest in exploration and production, which means in turn that they employ fewer rigs. Since local employment in oil and gas states is more responsive to changes in rig counts than to oil prices directly, rig counts offer a revealing augury of employment trends.

What does the rig tally say? Oil field services company Baker Hughes reports that the number of U.S. oil and gas rigs plummeted from 1,811 in January 2015 to just 489 at the beginning of March—down by 73 percent. North Dakota’s March count was 80 percent lower than in January 2015, while Texas was down 73 percent.

By themselves, these figures are stark, but what makes them truly revealing is recent research that teases out the full short- and long-term employment impacts of rig operation and removal.

A study from Rice University has estimated that the employment impact of putting a drilling rig into service creates 37 jobs immediately and 224 jobs in the long run, once all the relevant multipliers are factored in beginning with oil service company hiring, machinery and fabricated metal work, engineering, and management employment and ending with grocery store and pharmacy spending. Another study has found that the removal of an active rig eliminates 28 jobs in the near-term and 171 jobs in the long run. If this holds true, then the loss of 1,322 working rigs since January 2015 has the potential to lead to the loss of anywhere between 226,000 to 296,000 drilling-related jobs over the long term.

However, the reduction in rig counts will impact oil and gas states differently, depending on the timing and pace of the drilling bust in each place. Of course, states with the largest rig decreases—Texas, Oklahoma, North Dakota—will have the largest predicted declines in employment. Likewise, states with less diversified economies will feel the impact of rig declines most significantly. The table below shows the employment response (taking the average short- and long-term response from both studies) from the decline in rig counts from January 2015 up till now. The table also reports the long-term job losses as a percentage of total private sector employment in each state at the end of 2015.

Although Texas shows the largest decline in jobs, the employment impact is more intense in states like North Dakota, Wyoming, and New Mexico where the oil and gas industry is a larger share of the economy (see map). By contrast, the employment impact of the declining rigs is muted by a more diversified economic base in Colorado, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

These data and the varied impacts they depict underscore the volatility of resource economies and the importance of states pursuing policies that prioritize economic diversification. Diversification—and good management—are critical when states play in the boom-and-bust dynamics of resource extraction. Next month we’ll release a report from Metro that advances one idea through which states can manage unconventional oil and gas development through strategic management of fracking-related revenues.

The Rig Superintendent is in complete charge of the rig and is responsible for the drilling crews, the equipment and the overall drilling operation. The Rig Superintendent is responsible for safety of ...

and decisive manner. Other duties as required by the Superintendent Minimum Qualifications: Ability to perform essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations ...

of the Floorhand include: Assisting the Derrickhand, Motorhand and Driller on the drill floor while making trips; Operating manual tongs and slips to connect and disconnect drilling pipe and drilling ...

Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering or other Engineering discipline To monitor, control, and support drilling and workover operations on a 24 hours a day basis based on supervisor direction. ...

To provide installation, repairs and routine servicing of remedial service packers, completion tools and other rental equipment in the shop and in the field. Help generate business to increase revenues ...

Looking for a great opportunity? Come join Wood as a Drilling Supervisor in Dickinson, ND. Primary responsibility will execute the safe and efficient drilling operation for wells. Also responsible for ...

Seeking experience Rig Clerks with at least 3 years of experience. Land and Offshore. Drilling/Completions/P&A/Workover. It is understandble if you did not work as a clerk during the pandemic. WellView, ...

Manage daily rig activities to include but not limited to drilling operations, HSE concerns, supply chain support, scheduling of maintenance and personnel issues. Ensure all rig operations are carried ...

and expected skill set. Research and analyze data and market insights. Search for insights into client needs and wants. Plan and implement long-term development strategies. Design exit strategies for ...

Manage daily rig activities to include but not limited to drilling operations, HSE concerns, supply chain support, scheduling of maintenance and personnel issues. Ensure all rig operations are carried ...

Parker Wellbore helps energy companies accomplish their drilling and production goals efficiently, reliably, and safely. Our global team supports oil and gas operators with innovative land and offshore ...

- Must have an accredited Engineering degree/diploma OR Mechanic trade certificate or trade equivalent qualification as a Mechanic; - Must have a minimum of seven (7) Years of Mechanical maintenance experience ...

Include:Stand-in/assist Rig Interface Team LeadLiaise with rig owners and PUK marine dept. on rig move planning and preparationsInitiate PeMOC process for planned interface activities and ensure activities ...

Weatherford are looking for an experienced Drilling Supervisor. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES To ensure the safety and accurate position of the rig moves To ensure operations are implemented within the agreed ...

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is the objective Seadrill to ensure employment equity within the workplace. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, women, and persons with disabilities having the capability, ...

as required. REQUIREMENTS: Commitment to QHSE Enthusiasm to build a new company with cultural diversity Preferably 5 years offshore experience on Jack-up At least 2 yrs in similar capacity Valid IWCF ...

as assigned Requirements: 2+ years previous oilfield and/or workover rig experience preferred High School Diploma or GED Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships as part of a team ...

Title: Electronics Technician Department: Maintenance - Offshore Reports to: Rig Superintendent Location: Offshore Drilling Rig Saudi REQUIREMENTS: Commitment to HSE Preferably 5 years or more offshore ...

Work closely with the Driller and the Rotary Helpers (Floor Hands) to ensure that drilling rig operations are performed safely and efficiently Align and manipulate sections of pipe or drill stem from ...

As industry demand continues to grow, Mud Engineer Salaries are reaching new highs. In fact, according to Indeed statistics, Mud Engineers can make well over $75,000 per year working in America"s fast paced drilling industry. To learn more about what a Mud Engineer does and how to become one, continue below.

Job Description When ranking oil rig jobs, Mud Engineers top the list. Thanks to high pay rates and excellent work conditions, they truly have one of the most satisfying jobs in the field. So, what exactly is "Mud" and what do Mud Engineers typically do?

Mud is simply another name for the drilling fluid used at drilling rigs. As oil and gas wells are drilled, special types of Mud are pumped down into the borehole to maintain stability, cool the drill bit, and clear rock cuttings. In order to work effectively, Mud has a number of different properties that need to be managed by trained specialists called Mud Engineers.

Having earned their title, Mud Engineers condition the Mud so that it meets certain field requirements. To do this, they perform a series of Mud Tests using equipment that most anyone can operate with proper training. After recording their test results, Mud Engineers write out instructions for the rig"s crew so that they can then get started making key Mud treatments. If needed, a Mud Engineer can stay onsite to advise the rig"s crew and supervise treatment methods.

Aside from managing Mud properties, Mud Engineers are also responsible for creating Mud reports, ordering treatment products, and maintaining field relationships. The fact that they have a variety of tasks out on the rig may be yet another reason why Mud Engineers are known to experience high levels of overall job satisfaction.

The first and most basic benefit of being a Mud Engineer is that the job is free from manual labor. Apart from handling small test equipment, Mud Engineers have no reason to participate in physical tasks out at the rig. On top of this we find our second benefit; the minimal amount of paperwork. Although Mud reports do need to be filled out, most of the job really focuses on checking the Mud to make sure that it"s right. And finally, to finish off our top benefits, is the fact that Mud Engineers get to escape from dull office lifestyles. Being outdoors on an oil rig is exciting, especially when keeping company with lively roughnecks.

Job Requirements To get a job as a Mud Engineer you must start by getting trained at a Mud School. Since only a few Mud Schools exist, current training options are clearly limited. Because of this, many new Mud Engineers have chosen to go through month-long courses like Ace Mud School. If you would like to take your first step toward an exciting career as a Mud Engineer, click on this link and visit www.acemudschool.com for more information.

Geological Survey statistics, the United States" current reserves of oil and gas are increasing rapidly. Why? In part, it"s because new assessments of national reserves are starting to account for advances in technology. As technologies like frac and injection improve our ability to recover oil and gas, the total amount in reserve has spiked. But this is not the only factor that has increased our reserves. New oil and gas finds have also been adding to our totals. For a description of these new finds, continue below.

California"s San Joaquin Basin Spanning from Modesto in the north to Bakersfield in the south, Central California"s San Joaquin Basin holds an estimated 393 million barrels of oil and 1.7 trillion cubic feet of natural gas. Since these figures describe only what can be currently developed, the USGS also released a forecast stating that 3.5 billion barrels of oil may be recoverable from the basin in the future. A majority of this future oil is projected to come out of the Monterey Formation which is an emerging shale play that stretches across much of California. In the end, this may mean that some of the oil rig jobs in Long Beach will have to relocate a few miles north over the coming years.

Haynesville Shale formation is likely to be the fourth largest natural gas find in the world. Various sources indicate that it holds between 230 and 250 trillion cubic feet of retrievable natural gas in reserve. Located at depths between 10,000 and 14,000 feet below the earth"s surface, this is enough natural gas to supply the U.S."s total domestic demand for over 10 years. As recently as 2008, the Haynesville formation was responsible for creating approximately 32,000 jobs while contributing $4.5 billion in revenue to the state of Louisiana. With numbers like this it is hard not to be impressed.

Montana and North Dakota"s Bakken Shale In 1995 the U.S. Geological Survey reported that there was an estimated 151 million barrels of oil in the Bakken Shale Formation spanning from Montana to North Dakota. Over a decade later in 2007, roughly 105 million barrels of oil had been produced. With this, some outsiders thought that the area was about to experience steep production declines. To their surprise, recent survey estimates put the Bakken Formation"s oil reserves between 3 and 4 billion barrels. Ultimately, this makes the Bakken Formation the largest single find in the lower 48 states, even ahead of the sizable Austin Chalk Formation of Texas and Louisiana. As a result, oil rig jobs in North Dakota and the Williston Basin are now booming.

To the eyes of an outsider, an offshore oil production facility looks like a modern day medieval castle. It is gigantic, complicated, and most of all misunderstood. Many would even say that an offshore drilling platform has only one essential purpose; to produce oil and natural gas. However, current offshore rigs are much more than just energy producing giants. They are models of self-sufficiency and overall sustainability. These "floating cities" are typically able to produce their own energy while at the same time provide for their own water. More than that, the workers who live on offshore drilling platforms have sacrificed greatly in order to meet our energy demands. To understand the many ways that offshore drilling benefits our society we will start by examining what life is like aboard an offshore rig.Living and working offshore is no easy task. Work days are long and weeks spent out at sea can easily make workers long for loved ones at home. To compensate for this, offshore employees are frequently provided with the highest of living conditions. Private quarters are roomy and are usually equipped with the latest forms of technological entertainment. Many rooms even have private bathrooms and showers as well. Don"t want to be stuck in a room all day? No problem. Rigs are provided with full scale cafeterias that have all-you-can eat portions available 24 hours a day. Because most rigs operate on a never ending cycle, this is simply a must have condition. Other basic amenities include a maid service for cleaning and around the clock laundry service. Even the best hotels cannot offer that type of on the spot service. So now that clothes are clean, room is no longer messy, and the belly is full, what to do next? Rigs have to have forms of entertainment and recreation for employees. Small gyms are very common aboard rigs. The gym serves many purposes. It keeps the mind and body healthy which in turns keeps the employee working hard and effectively. Too tired to work out after a hard day? The lounge is the place for you. Big screen televisions and couches are the hub for social interaction within the rig. Think of the lounge like you would a college dorm lobby. Ping-Pong tables, pool tables, and a relaxed atmosphere. One often overlooked aspect of the oil rig is the attraction of wildlife. Migratory birds regularly use oil rigs to rest their bodies after long treks. Small fish and plant life are attracted to the rig because of the safety and artificial reef-like environment. With small fish come bigger fish and with bigger fish come sport fishermen. It is not uncommon for oil rig employees, given favorable conditions, to use their time off to fish off the side of an oil rig. How does all this translate into a functional self-sustaining facility? The answer again is the people.To compare an oil rig to an ant colony is a shrewd yet easy comparison. Like an ant colony there are different jobs and functions that need to be handled by professionals. An oil rig will employ a number of different experts in fields such as management, production, safety, and even catering. The number of jobs aboard an oil rig are almost too many to count. Craftsmen such as welders, electricians, and mechanics are what most people would expect aboard an oil rig. However, there are also scientists, engineers, and medical professionals as well. All the elements of an oil rig work together to make a self-sufficient society. Unemployment is a large issue affecting the United States today and offshore oil rigs are part of the solution to this problem. As mentioned above, an oil rig needs employees from all forms of professions. The number of individuals needed to build and maintain an oil rig is staggering. Offshore drilling may be controversial in many sectors of America, but one thing is undeniable. Offshore oil rigs create jobs. Interestingly enough, many jobs on the oil rig require no prior work experience. Cooks, maids, laundry attends, and even porters are usually starting out on their first job. In other words, many have the opportunity to show value and worth by working hard and demonstrating their talent in their respected positions. By starting at the bottom of the hierarchy and working hard, an oil rig employee can rise through the ranks to achieve stable and fulfilling careers. But the question remains, how do oil rigs provide a model of self-sufficiency and overall sustainability?As stated above, an oil rigs main function is to produce energy. It is a fact that the United States has to import a majority of its oil from foreign markets. This leaves the United State vulnerable to ever fluctuating global economic conditions. When the oil producing countries raised oil prices in the 1970s it left the United States with an oil and gas shortage which started the debate on the idea of oil self-sufficiency. In order for the United States to become self-sufficient it needs to invest in the construction and maintenance of offshore oil rigs. The oil rig, which produces its own energy, is the perfect model for the United States. Almost everything an oil rig needs it can make. Clearly, an oil rig needs energy to power its infrastructure. The oil that a rig produces is enough not only for the individual rig, but there is a tremendous amount of excess energy that will be used by the average American. Critics may argue about the environmental impact of an oil rig, but the major reason these arguments arise is when there is an unfortunate disaster. There is no doubt that the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was a disaster, but it should not affect the entire industry. The argument that the Deepwater Horizon spill should close down all offshore oil drilling is absurd. It was an accident and of course a travesty, however, the closing of offshore drilling will be even more catastrophic.

Offshore drilling is an important step in making the United States a more productive and self-sufficient society. The jobs aboard an oil rig are in demand and offer many key benefits such as the pay, the experience gained, and the amenities provided. Companies across the globe are always searching for individuals willing to take a chance at life aboard an oil rig. Just in North America alone there are countless job openings from Vancouver, to Canada, to the Florida Keys. With the continuing development of science and technology there will be a continued advance in the design and implementation of offshore drilling. The already extremely high safety measures will continue to evolve and with time events like the Deepwater Horizon will be even fewer and further between. With less and less accidents there will be less impact on the natural environment around large scale oil rigs and drilling processes. America and the World need to take notice of what a true technological marvel an offshore drilling operation can be.

What sets the price of oil? Some may think that this would be an easy question to answer, however the price of oil is dependent on a number of complicated factors. To start, oil is classified as a commodity because it is widely used and traded. This means that its price is determined by large markets where it is exchanged. Since market values are dictated by both supply and demand, oil prices also tend to be based on the perception of its scarcity. Things like political turmoil and natural disasters often increase oil"s scarcity and price, even with powerful organizations like OPEC intervening. The following article will assess four of the major factors named above that are most responsible for oil"s price in today"s modern market.

Commodity traders are responsible for bidding on future oil contracts. These contracts are to buy or sell an amount of oil on a future date at a pre-determined price. By establishing agreements about future values, companies can plan for changes in the market which helps stabilize the economy as a whole. But, commodity traders also speculate to make a profit. They can even influence the price of oil to go up or down so that their contracts hold more value when they sell them. Regardless of their motives, all oil traders use the same basic rationale to determine the market"s price. They compare OPEC"s projected output quote to the actual amount of oil that was produced. If there is going to be a supply decrease, the price gets bid up. However, if the supply of oil increases then the price will drop. After analyzing the projected quota, traders then look to oil reserves. Some countries like the United Stated and Saudi Arabia have extensive oil reserves that can be tapped into to increase the oil supply if the price gets too high. When these countries promise to use some of their reserves, traders will allow the price of oil to drop which helps to stabilize the market. On top of information about oil quotas and reserves, traders use the projected demand for oil as a tool to determine prices. Typically, the demand for oil increases dramatically during the summer months. This information is given to the traders by the Energy Information Agency which is trusted for the accuracy of their data. Travel information regarding vacation driving is also considered and is provided by the AAA. After taking all of this information into account, it is up to the commodities traders to determine oil"s end price.

As a result of a crisis in an oil producing country, the price of oil often increases dramatically. This is because the traders usually assume that a crisis limit of the supply of oil coming out of that country. A recent example was when Iran was accused of developing nuclear weapons. This caused a spike in oil prices in January 2012 as Iran threatened to close the Straights of Hormuz. Following this threat, the United States said that it would reopen the straight with military force if necessary. During this time, oil"s price per barrel fluctuated between $95 and $100. Finally, in February, the price peaked just over $100 per barrel when tensions reached their highest. Back in the spring of 2011, the unrest in Libya, Egypt, and Tunisia also strongly affected the price of oil. During this time the price of oil spiked up to $113 per barrel which became known as the Arab Spring. However, the effects of the Arab Spring lasted into Summer 2011. With revolts eventually leading to the removal of several dictators, commodities traders were understandably worried that the supply of oil would be disrupted. Contrary to their fears, the oil supply was not adversely affected and therefore the price of oil began to drop again. By the middle of June, per-barrel prices fell to under $100 which eased consumer stress as well. Taking these examples into consideration, it is easy to see how world crises can create fluctuations in the price of oil.

Any disaster can affect the price of oil if it is severe enough. This is partly due to lowered production and damaged equipment, but commodities traders can still play a surprisingly large role. In fact, traders will bid up the price of oil in anticipation of a coming natural disaster (i.e. hurricane) that is predicted to reduce the amount of oil on the market. If the disaster does not have as large an impact as was predicted, then the price will drop over time. In most cases damage to the industry"s production line is very real and the price of oil will rise in an attempt to combat the lower supply. If the drop in supply is severe enough, a country may choose to open up some of its oil reserves in an effort to cut rising prices. One example from 2005 is Hurricane Katrina. In its aftermath, oil prices increased by $3 per barrel. This is because 19% of the United States" oil production was affected by the hurricane. Between Hurricane Katrina and its predecessor, Hurricane Rita, 113 offshore oil and natural gas platforms were destroyed. In addition to the destroyed platforms, 457 pipelines experienced some form of damage. Obviously, this magnitude of damage lead to a severe increase in the price of oil. A smaller incident that still resulted in a price hike was the flooding of the Mississippi River in May 2011. Commodities traders were concerned that the flooding could damage oil refineries so the price was bid up despite the damage not being as severe as expected.

In addition to the factors mentioned above, OPEC often plays a very large role in regulating the cost of oil. It stands for Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries. It is comprised of 12 nations that span the Middle East, Africa, and South America. Together, they account for over 60% of the world"s crude oil reserves and over 40% of the world"s annual oil production. The official purpose of the organization is to create price stability for the market while providing necessary profits for its members. To achieve these goals, it works to influence oil prices by increasing or limiting supplies. The power of the organization has decreased somewhat since the 1970"s due to technological and political changes. However, it is still the only organization that can effect production enough to strongly influence the market price of oil.

Most recently, it has been conflicts in the Middle East, natural disasters, and the 2008 financial crisis that have had the largest influence on the cost of oil. The various conflicts that have taken place over the last 10 years have also helped to steadily drive prices up. In the near future the United States may be forced to release some of its crude reserves in an attempt to drive the price of oil back down.

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DENVER, June 17 (Reuters) - As oil climbs above $70 a barrel for the first time in almost three years, oilfield firms are reporting prices for their services and equipment have bottomed and many are fielding more calls for jobs.

U.S. crude production, which plummeted during the coronavirus pandemic, is ticking back up, despite generally flat spending by oil and gas producers. U.S. shale output is expected to rise by 38,000 barrels per day next month, halting earlier drops. read more

Companies report drilling and well completions activity and pricing are edging higher, especially for those with specialized services or more productive equipment. Roughnecks also say they are seeing an increase in job offers, with companies competing for skilled workers.

"We are already beginning to see a positive increase in activity and an upturn in service pricing will hopefully be reflected in the coming months," said Stuart Wilson, chief executive of service firm Packers Plus Energy Services.

Still, there is a long way to go. The pandemic hammered the industry last year as some were just regaining their pricing power, Wilson said. His company is seeing strong demand for its premium completions equipment for oil and gas wells.

"Operators appear to be a lot more optimistic and considering projects that have lay dormant the previous year," he said. "We are seeing more orders being confirmed at pricing levels that are more comparable to pre-pandemic levels," he added.

Pricing power is returning "especially in niches like high-spec onshore drilling rigs," said Josh Young, chief investment officer of energy investor Bison Interests. There has been a $1,000 per day increase in dayrates for such U.S. rigs with more to come, he said.

Ensign Energy Services (ESI.TO) forecasts a $2,000 to $3,000 per day increase in rig dayrates in Canada into the autumn as supply and demand tightens, the company said at an RBC Capital Markets conference this month. In the United States, the second quarter will be the bottom for cash margins, the company said.

The shift is evident in employment with firms hiring again. Oilfield workers are reporting job offers from employers including Schlumberger (SLB.N) and Halliburton (HAL.N).

Liberty Oilfield Services (LBRT.N) this month held a job fair in Henderson, Colorado. It also is hiring wireline operators in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Wyoming and West Virginia, according to LinkedIn.

U.S. oilfield jobs increased in May by 1.6%, or about 9,700 positions, according to trade group Energy Workforce & Technology Council (Council). Some 27,000 oilfield jobs have been regained since February.

To break out of the downturn, service firms need higher pricing to help meet environmental and sustainability goals, according to Leslie Shockley Beyer, of the Council.

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A global job-placement and recruitment company specializing in the energy and manufacturing industries has opened an office in Denver on the strength of the oil and gas activity in northern Colorado.

Airswift, which has 70 offices in more than 50 countries, opened an office in downtown Denver about six weeks ago, drawn by “the buzz” about the Denver-Julesburg Basin, said Paul Carr, the company’s regional manager in the Rockies.

“Our industry is all about spotting trends, about spotting where the next big project is going to be,” Carr said. “There was a lot of buzz about how the D-J Basin could be the next Permian, so we started working with a few clients up here and saw a big gap in the market.”

Colorado oil production is expected to continue setting annual records for at least the next half dozen years, according to BTU Analytics. Production is forecast to jump about 39% from 2018 to 2024, when the consulting firm expects nearly 250 million barrels of oil to be extracted.

The country’s most productive oil play is the Permian Basin in West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. It is credited with helping make the U.S. the world’s largest producer of crude oil.

While the Denver-Julesburg basin is one of the country’s major basins, the size of the Permian Basin’s resource is unparalleled, said Bernadette Johnson, vice president of strategic analytics with Enverus, which provides data and intelligence to energy companies.

There were 855 drilling rigs operating nationwide as of Oct. 4, according to EnerCom Inc., an oil and gas consulting firm. The Permian had 415 rigs and the D-J Basin had 21, one less than the previous week.

“Just from speaking to reservoir engineers, directors of operations, those kind of people here, it seems like the boom in the D-J basin may be a couple years off, if it happens at all,” Carr said.

According to those in the industry, the nature of the reservoir is part of the reason, Carr added. “They’e unconventional plays, so they’re very difficult to drill.”

“The recent peak was about 1,200 rigs for the whole country and that was in November 2018,” Johnson said. “The price was hovering around $70 WTI (West Texas intermediate), then dropped to the $50s.”

However, there is an uptick in the building of midstream infrastructure, Carr and Johnson said. That refers to the infrastructure used for processing, storing and transporting oil and gas.

“In the Permian, we had a lot of success working with all the major midstream companies out there and that’s something we’re focused on here,” said Carr, who previously worked in Airswift’s hub in Houston. “That’s where we see our busiest area in the next year or two.”

“The U.S. is still growing production and the D-J in particular is still growing in oil production in spite of lower prices and fewer rigs,” Johnson said. “We’re not growing as fast as we were a year ago, but we’re still growing production and any time you’re growing production, you need more infrastructure to handle it.”

Scott Prestidge with the Colorado Oil and Gas Association, a trade group, said a state law requiring new oil and gas rules to protect public health, safety and the environment will boost the need for more infrastructure such as pipelines to reduce truck emissions.

Carr and Johnson said investors have said uncertainty about the new regulations is dampening spending. However, the state continues to issue new drilling permits and thousands more are awaiting approval.

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